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LUXURY DESTINATION WEDDING & PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHER

Documenting authentic moments for
sophisticated couples
in effortless, editorial style 

NASHVILLE  •  BIRMINGHAM  •  BEACHES OF 30A  •  WORLDWIDE

 

Beautiful blonde bride getting ready for her wedding day with champagne glass in her hand and engagement ring showing. Wedding photography by Heather Durham. Bride and groom exit their wedding ceremony at Seaside Chapel with flower petals being thrown. Destination wedding photography by Heather Durham. Custom wedding invitation details with monogrammed wax seal for Alys Beach wedding. Wedding photography by Heather Durham. Bride walking across the lawn at Alys Beach by Heather Durham Photography Bridesmaids in varied solid and printed green dresses holding varied and colorful bouquets. Wedding photography by Heather Durham. Bride and groom formal portrait in Alys Beach, Florida by Heather Durham Photography. Bride & groom exiting their High Hampton wedding ceremony to flower petals by Heather Durham Photography. Handsome groom in custom tux and cuff links adjusting his pocket square. Destination wedding photography by Heather Durham. Head table at seated dinner reception glowing with candles and hanging florals. Wedding photography by Heather Durham. Beautiful bride in blush Olia Zavozina wedding dress holding cascading bridal bouquet in shades of white with greenery. Nashville wedding photography by Heather Durham.
Destination wedding photographer Heather Durham sitting on a bench in Alys Beach, Florida.

The eye of an 
ART DIRECTOR
The heart of a 
STORYTELLER

Hi. I'm Heather. Over the last twenty years, as a luxury wedding and portrait photographer, I’ve had the delight and privilege of documenting weddings and portraits for sophisticated couples and families in stunning destinations. As an advertising and editorial photographer, I focus on portraits, lifestyle, interiors and travel & hospitality, chasing my wanderlust dreams as a Travel + Leisure contributor. On your wedding day, I draw on my diverse work experience to beautifully capture your unique story and distinctive aesthetic.

Prior to becoming a photographer, my career began in the buying offices of the fashion industry and later as an art director for a magazine publisher. Those creative experiences shaped how I see stories unfolding through my lens that become compelling photographs deeply connecting you with moments in time.  

Cheers!

 

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BEHIND THE SCENES | ALYS BEACH WEDDING | MEGAN PETTUS FILMS

Bride walking with bouquet in a field at Pursell Farms in Alabama. Alabama wedding photography by Heather Durham. Black and white photo of bride and groom dancing at The Farm at Old Edwards in Highlands, North Carolina. Destination wedding photography by Heather Durham. Bride in Sareh Nouri wedding dress and Toni Federici veil with her mom adjusting veil in her family home. Wedding photography by Heather Durham. Bride in Anne Barge lace wedding gown. Bridal portraits by Heather Durham Photography. Black and white motion blur photo of bride and groom laughing and walking in a field. Wedding photography by Heather Durham. Tented Buckhead Atlanta at-home wedding with candles glowing at seated dinner reception. Private estate wedding photography by Heather Durham. Bride in lace Monique Lhuillier wedding gown standing with back to the camera facing her groom. High Hampton wedding photography by Heather Durham. Bride in white dress leaning over florals at Rehearsal Dinner table in Birmingham Alabama. Alabama wedding photography by Heather Durham.

“The beauty of the world in black and white is a whisper to the heart and a call to the soul.”

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A bride lounging on a chaise in her family home. Bridal portrait by Heather Durham Photography.

"I felt like I had a best friend behind the camera. When the world is spinning around you on your wedding day, Heather makes you feel so at peace and reminds you to live in the moment. Her eye for detail is unmatched."

— Candler

Engaged couple dancing in the streets of SOHO New York City. Engagement photography in NYC by Heather Durham.

My couples...

Know what you want.

Have impeccable style.

Crave new experiences and travel often.

Thrive on real connections.

Live for the details.

Desire authentic captures, full of emotion.

Prefer an editorial approach.

Value timeless imagery and edits.

Expect excellence.

We are kindred spirits

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FEATURED WEDDINGS

Fall wedding at High Hampton in the mountains of Cashiers, NC. Wedding photography by Heather Durham.

FALL WEDDING AT HIGH HAMPTON

Bride and groom exit to flower petals at Seaside Chapel in Seaside, Florida. Wedding photography by Heather Durham.

WINTER WEDDING AT ALYS BEACH + SEASIDE CHAPEL

Published on The White Wren

Colorful florals surrounding bride and groom at their winter wedding in Highlands, NC at Old Edwards Farm. Photography by Heather Durham.

COLORFUL WINTER WEDDING AT OLD EDWARDS FARM IN HIGHLANDS

Bride and groom exiting their outdoor ceremony at Pursell Farms in Alabama. Wedding photography by Heather Durham.

SUMMER WEDDING AT PURSELL FARMS IN SHADES OF WHITE

Bride and groom kissing on Pennsylvania Avenue with the capitol building behind them. A summer wedding in Washington D.C. at the Waldorf Astoria D.C. Wedding photography by Heather Durham.

WALDORF ASTORIA
WASHINGTON DC WEDDING

A bride and groom walkign from their rooftop wedding at Conrad Nashville. Wedding photography by Heather Durham.

CONRAD NASHVILLE
ROOFTOP WEDDING

Published on The White Wren

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Heather Durham photographing a bride in Lela Rose dress with all white bouquet in Alys Beach, Florida. Wedding photography by Heather Durham.

A Bespoke Experience

Accepting a limited number of weddings and portrait sessions each year, I provide a tailored experience that is as unique as your story and work closely with you to ensure that every detail is captured with artistry and authenticity. From the initial consultation to the final delivery of your fine art album and prints, my approach is centered around capturing the essence of your relationship with imagery that blends sophistication, beauty, and emotion in the most incredible light. 

Having a true connection with every client enables me to anticipate and capture candids without intruding on organic moments and know when to step in to provide subtle direction and styling as needed. Together, we create images so you will remember your beautiful day, and even more importantly, so you will remember how it FELT.

 

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WEDDING HIGHLIGHTS

Your destination wedding captured by a
TRAVEL + LEISURE 
Contributor

Copenhagen waterfront in Denmark. Destination wedding and travel photography by Heather Durham.

COUNTRIES through my lens...

CANADA • COSTA RICA • DENMARK
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
FRANCE • MEXICO • SWEDEN
TURKS & CAICOS • UNITED KINGDOM

Boardwalk at Watersound Beach on 30A in Florida. Destination wedding and travel photography by Heather Durham.

STATES through my lens...

ALABAMA • ARIZONA • CALIFORNIA
COLORADO • FLORIDA • GEORGIA
KENTUCKY • LOUISIANA • MARYLAND
MISSISSIPPI • TENNESSEE • NEW YORK
NORTH CAROLINA • SOUTH CAROLINA
TEXAS • VIRGINIA • WASHINGTON D.C.

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FEATURED PRE-WEDDING EVENTS

Pre-Wedding Welcome Events at High Hampton

Emmie and Brad welcomed family and guests to their High Hampton wedding weekend with some friendly competition — pickle ball, golf, croquet...and rosé all day.

 

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Welcome Dinner at North Carolina Private Mountain Club

ML + W chose an early fall wedding at their families' private club in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, where they first met as kids. Guests enjoyed the mountaintop views while they mingled, dined, and toasted to celebrate the happy couple.

 

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Coastal Welcome Party at The Citizen Alys

Ellie & Matt kicked off their beach wedding weekend on 30A by treating family and guests to coastal flavors and craft cocktails at their local favorite, Citizen Alys Beach. 

 

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Happy bride and groom exiting their Conrad Nashville hotel rooftop wedding ceremony. Wedding photography by Heather Durham.

"Heather's genuine interest in our story and commitment to capturing the essence of our relationship was truly remarkable. On our wedding day she proved to be an invaluable asset. Not only was she organized and fully prepared, but she also exuded a calm and reassuring presence. Her attention to detail was impeccable, ensuring that every moment was organically and meticulously documented. The photographs we received from Heather were nothing short of amazing."

—Kristen

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